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What landlord problems are legit reasons for tenants to get out of their lease?

I am having landlord problems.

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If the property is suddenly deemed unlivable by the Department of Housing, then you could get out of your lease.

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Well there are a lot of reasons when a tenant is a allowed to break their lease with their landlord. One reason is when the tenant has any problems with rodents and the landlord refuses to take care of the problem, then they are entitled to break their least agreement.

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posted by Patty (189)
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1. The residence is physically dangerous. For example, gas leaks and lack of heat in the winter that create a physical danger to the occupants. 2. The residence is not habitable. If it is flooded, burned down, or has huge holes in the roof as to no longer provide shelter.

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One reason could be if the landlord doesn't provide a safe living environment for the tenant. For example, if there is no heat in the house and the landlord failed to provide this after you spoke with him, this is valid. Or if the landlord refused to negotiate your rent payments after you experienced a financial setback, that's another reason.

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posted by belle39 (433)
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Read your lease carefully and see if the landlord is violating terms. Also, if the landlord is breaking any laws or the house is not safe, you can get out.

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posted by jon6 (296)
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what maximum amount can a landlord sue for damges that are clearly normal wear and tear if I lived in a apartment for 3 years what constitutes leaving the unit in the condition found isnt wear and tear expected.

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